What is Advent?

We hear now is the time of the Christmas season, not according to the Church. This is the season of Advent. a period before the celebration of Christ's birth. Advent of the incarnation, the arrival of the Son of God, and also the son of man. Advent season is 4 weeks before Christmas morning, it is a time for prayer and penance (fasting) in preparation of celebrating the coming of the Lord Jesus. To learn more about how to best prepare ourselves for Christ's birthday and to de-commercialize Christmas visit NCR article:  http://www.ncregister.com/daily-news/its-advent-time-to-prepare:  Have a very Merry Christmas: And thank you for visiting this site and blog.